News archive
News published March 2024
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Council recognises building excellence at local awards event
Swindon’s local construction industry was celebrated at an annual awards event organised by Swindon Borough Council’s Building Control team.
Published: 28th March 2024 -
Egg-cellent fun in Swindon this bank holiday
There’s plenty going on across Swindon this Easter (29 March to 1 April), with activities in the Borough’s country parks and museums.
Published: 27th March 2024 -
Statement on Abbey Stadium development
An update from Councillor Kevin, Small, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Planning, following the recent request from DPP Planning calling on the Council to change the agreement with Gaming International to amend the use of the Abbey Stadium.
Published: 25th March 2024 -
Extra officers drafted in to support fight against anti-social behaviour in the town centre
Wiltshire Police has increased the number of police officers on patrol in the town centre to help support the fight against anti-social behaviour in the area.
Published: 25th March 2024 -
Green energy boost for Link Centre thanks to £115,000 funding award
The future sustainability of the Link Centre has received a welcome boost following a successful funding bid from Swindon Borough Council.
Published: 23rd March 2024 -
Councillors call for Thames Water to answer questions on its performance
Burst water mains, flooding, and sewage being pumped into local waterways are just some of the issues councillors want to question Thames Water about at their next meeting.
Published: 21st March 2024 -
New home for Museum and Art Swindon on track to be completed this Spring
The new home for Swindon’s nationally-recognised collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as artefacts telling Swindon’s history, is on track to open this spring.
Published: 19th March 2024 -
Food waste prevention tips could help residents save money
Swindon households could cut down the cost of wasted food by taking practical steps being promoted during national Food Waste Action Week (18 to 24 March) by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: 19th March 2024 -
Swindon to take important step towards Net Zero with hundreds of new EV charging points
Up to 600 electric vehicle charging points will be installed across Swindon in early 2025, thanks to a successful funding bid.
Published: 19th March 2024 -
Council staff donate comfort teddies to support children at funerals
More than a hundred teddy bears have been donated by generous Swindon Borough Council staff members to give out to children who have lost a close relative.
Published: 15th March 2024
